Office occupiers have rapidly shifted towards remote and hybrid work arrangements after the onset of the pandemic, sending vacancy rates to all-time high levels across the U.S. Remote work, or work from home, has dominated the workspace landscape for the past two years, but many organizations are now making a move towards bringing employees back to the office, an adjustment … [More]
Phoenix among Highest Increase in July Home Inventory, Says Report
A double-digit drop in home sales from June to July fueled a double-digit increase in homes for sale, triggering the first decline in the Median Sales Price since January. July's Median Sales Price of $415,000 was down 2.9% from June and the lowest since April's $406,000. The 16.6% decline in home sales was also the first since January. Year-over-year, sales were down 26.3% … [More]
Phoenix Public Transit Secures $16.3 Million Green Bus and Infrastructure Grant
The Federal Transit Administration has awarded the City of Phoenix Public Transit Department a $16.3 million grant for greener (low and no emissions) buses and supporting infrastructure. The grant is made available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law under the Low-No Emission and Buses and Bus … [More]
Local Real Estate Disruptor High on Inc. Annual List
Inc. revealed that 72SOLD is No. 260 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names … [More]
15 Valley Women Honored, Celebrating Giving Back to Our Community through Event Oct. 7
In Business Magazine is, once again, bringing together top local women of achievement to share their stories and inspire Valley business leaders at the annual Women of Achievement event on Friday, October 7, 2022, in an inspiring in-person luncheon event. Fifteen Valley Women of Achievement are being celebrated for their achievements and service to our community. In Business … [More]
Cybersecurity Research Reveals 52% of Cyber Threats Targeted at Removable Media
According to a report released today by Honeywell, the threat of USB-borne malware continues to be a serious concern. Data from the 2022 Honeywell Industrial Cybersecurity USB Threat Report indicates that 52% of threats were specifically designed to utilize removable media, up from 32% the previous year and more than double the 19% reported in the 2020 study, clearly indicating … [More]
Equality Health Appoints Four Executives to Leadership Team
Equality Health, a leading provider of value-based physician networks uniquely equipped to address the needs of diverse and historically underserved populations, announced the appointment of four key members of its executive leadership team. The new executives bring a wealth of experience in healthcare and other industries, with proven expertise in driving growth while leading … [More]
Arizona Bank among Top 25 Publicly Traded Banks in the U.S.
Bank Director, the leading information resource for directors and officers of financial institutions nationwide, released its RankingBanking study, sponsored by Crowe LLP. This study ranks the 300 largest publicly traded banks in the country by metrics that examine profitability, asset quality, capital adequacy and total shareholder return. Bank Director … [More]
67% of Workers Prefer to Stay With Current Company if Given New Opportunities, Says Survey
Despite headlines about workers leaving jobs en masse amid the Great Resignation, only 29% of American workers have switched jobs in the past two years, according to the latest MagnifyMoney survey, and just 33% of workers would rather leave their employer for a new job than switch roles internally. According to MagnifyMoney executive editor Ismat Mangla, some employees … [More]
Innovative Website Launched for Window Co., Enhances Customer Engagement
Phoenix-based Western Window Systems, part of PGT Innovations’ family of brands, launched a new website this week. The new site includes easy to navigate links to technical and product information, as well as industry insights and guidance, with a focus on an improved customer experience. For building professionals, the website offers a new section with easy access to CAD … [More]
Interim 5-Mile Extension to Route 24 Completed Near Gateway Airport
Drivers in the East Valley will now benefit from a completed interim extension of State Route 24 that will be finalized, extending the four-lane divided facility from Ellsworth Road in Mesa to Ironwood Drive. The improvements signal another completed promise as a result of the half-cent sales tax for transportation approved under Proposition 400. Work on the 5-mile interim … [More]
Wickenburg Ranch Celebrates 75th Year with ‘Ultimate Family Reunion’ Giveaway
Rancho de los Caballeros is inviting families all across the country to join them in celebration with a chance to win the "Ultimate Family Reunion at the Ranch" – a full week of "Horses, Hats & Hospitality" for up to 10 people; a prize package valued at more than $67,000. Winners of this ultimate family reunion will enjoy all the traditional riding, … [More]
The Rise of Downtown Breweries
The artists and the breweries shall inherit downtown. Almost as an act of magic, a few key breweries started gaining traction almost overnight several years back throughout the Roosevelt and Downtown areas. Specifically, 2019 was the year both Grand Avenue Brewing and Wilderness DTPHX opened. Greenwood came in 2020. There was a time when the concept of brewing … [More]
The Symphony’s 76th Concert Season to Feature Premiere, Solo Performances and World-Class Talent in Phoenix
The Phoenix Symphony (TPS) is announcing its 2022-23 concert season, which features performances at Symphony Hall and also embarks on a series of concerts at venues across the Valley, including Mesa Arts Center, Orpheum Theatre, Camelback Bible Church and the Symphony’s newest venue partner, the Madison Center for the Arts. The season will launch with A Romantic Evening at … [More]
Historic Beginnings Lead Credit Union to Milestone 70th Anniversary
TruWest Credit Union is excited to celebrate 70 years of distinguished service on August 12th. A cooperative with a rich history of service to its members, involvement in the community and dedication to its employees, TruWest lives and breathes the long-standing philosophy of “people helping people.” From a humble start in 1952 as Motorola Credit Union, TruWest has expanded … [More]
